Aslambek Aslakhanov
In connection with Dr. Sun Myung Moon’s departure, I would like to offer my condolences to the family of the deceased and all the followers of this amazing man and share with them the pain of our common loss. His whole life up to the last moment was devoted to the realization of the ideal of universal peace. Dr. Moon was a great peacemaker, a prominent public figure, and benefactor.
His peacekeeping mission has always been aimed at solving the most vital and urgent problems. He did a great deal for resolving conflicts in the Middle East and on the Korean Peninsula. In Russia he proposed building a tunnel across the Bering Strait that would connect Chukotka and Alaska, thus promoting the economic development of the northern territories of Russia, improving relations between Russia and the United States, and connecting four continents. During his life course Dr. Moon had to overcome numerous difficulties and hardships; nevertheless, he never left his straight and narrow path, never renounced his ideals, and always promoted the ideals of goodness, peace, and universal prosperity.
He spared no efforts to resolve strife and conflicts in the world. I feel confident that the enormous results of Dr. Sun Myung Moon’s legacy of global activity will forever remain in human memory and that all the projects initiated by him will continue for the benefit of world peace, prosperity, and well being by the diligent efforts of his wife, his highly-educated sons, and his committed followers.
Senator Aslambek Aslakhanov
Former Deputy Director, Committee of International Affairs of the Russian Senate
Renato Piccioni
In the name and on behalf of the members of the San Marino Cultural Academy, affiliated with the UPF chapter of San Marino, I want to send to the beloved family of Father Moon my deepest condolences upon the return to the house of the Heavenly Father of the beloved Reverend Father Sun Myung Moon, our True Father and the guiding light for all of us. The conviction that True Father will continue to be present in our hearts makes the pain of his passing a lively feeling of hope that the light of his word will always be the true legacy for our souls. Bowing down in his memory, we confirm our deep sympathy for the immense grief that pervades us all.
Renato Piccioni
President, Academia Culturale Sammarinese "Le Tre Castella"
Anita Rota, Luigi Lotti, Nazzareno Quinzi
Love crosses all borders, embracing our hearts. With your example, you have filled our everyday life with hope. Thank you, Rev. Moon.
Anita Rota, poet
Luigi Lotti, painter
Nazzareno Quinzi, representative of Religions for Peace
San Marino
Giovanna Crescentini
On this sad occasion we would like to express to the wife and family of the Reverend Father Sun Myung Moon our deepest sympathy and participation in their mourning. On this occasion we would like to offer our best regards.
Giovanna Crescentini
Director, Department of Institutional Affairs and Justice, San Marino
Dr. Ralph Gonsalves
I am saddened at the recent passing of 92-year-old Rev. Sun Myung Moon, the founder of the Unification Church and many other international, cultural, and civic organizations such as the Universal Peace Federation and the Interreligious and International Federation for World Peace. Rev. Moon devoted his life, his entire working life to promoting world peace.
His often repeated motto "One family under God" is a constant reminder that we are all children of God and that regardless of color, race, creed, or political differences we can unite and build a kingdom of peace. I am sure that all persons of faith who hold steadfast to the high principles of religious tolerance and unity will appreciate Rev. Moon's significant contribution to the dignity of people of all civilizations the world over. Rev Moon has left a lasting legacy as a peace-loving global citizen. On behalf of the government and people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, a country in which Rev. Moon has followers and devotees, I extend condolences to his family, his friends, and his church. May he rest in peace.
Dr. Ralph Gonsalves
Prime Minister, St Vincent and the Grenadines
Hon. Arnhim Eustace
I was privileged to be appointed as an Ambassador for Peace many years ago. I feel that it is very important that this movement continue to affect the lives of millions of people in a positive manner. His passing is a great loss, but I believe that his organization has the depth and the strength to continue the work that he had sacrificed for throughout most of his life. I look forward to the continuing of the work of Rev Moon. We cannot forget the question of world peace. I want to stress this. We cannot forget the question of peace in the world. Rev. Moon has played his part, and may he rest in peace.
Hon. Arnhim Eustace
Former Prime Minister and current leader of the opposition party, St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Saifullo Safarov
The world is mourning the death of True Father Moon. I think he will have great followers to continue his cause. I especially remember True Mother staying at the residence of the president of Tajikistan and speaking at the Strategic Center of the President. Please convey my heartfelt condolences to the family of Dr. Moon.
Saifullo Safarov
Deputy Director, Strategic Research Center of the Office of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan
Hatice Kunt
I have just learned that Father Moon passed away, and I would like to express my feelings. God blessed him. I am sure that for me and for his family, friends, and followers he is still alive in our hearts with his love and his activity.
Mrs. Hatice Kunt
Turkey
Lord Tarsem King
I and Lady King were very saddened to learn about the death of Rev. Sun Myung Moon. We got to know him as a man of peace and champion of the human race as one family under God. Throughout his life, he promoted international and interfaith activities and a pro-family culture.
He travelled the world numerous times to promote peace and goodwill among nations and communities. He continued to serve his global family until his last breath. We are sure his teachings and his mission of peace will continue through his family and millions of his followers. Please convey our heartfelt condolences to Mother Moon and his entire family, and may God give courage to bear this sad loss not only to them but also to his global family.
Address at the memorial service in Korea, September 15:
It is my distinct privilege to pay tribute to Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon on the occasion of his passing into the spiritual world. On the one hand, this is a day of sadness, as we reflect on the loss of a man we all came to know and love. We could witness his absolute conviction and passion toward carrying out the will of God.
He was always ready to risk his life for the sake of God’s Will. Mother Moon, I know you must be very sad today. And at the same time, you must also be very proud to have loved and lived, side by side, with this great man of destiny, for more than 50 years. You know him not only as your husband, the father of your children, or the great man of peace known around the world.
You know the man who, as a young boy, was called by Jesus Christ to take up his mission to restore the world, build God’s Kingdom, and establish a world of universal peace. You know the man who came to know the heart of God and the man who came to embody the true love of God, as True Father. Together you stand as True Parents.
I can think of no one who has devoted himself more thoroughly to the promotion of interfaith understanding and cooperation. Long before interfaith had become a mainstream idea, Father Moon had been its champion. He has even called upon the United Nations to take interfaith more seriously and to establish an interfaith council within the United Nations system. Father Moon was no stranger to suffering and conflict. He witnessed first hand the brutality of a North Korean communist prison camp and the horrors of the Korean War.
He always stood strong against dictatorship, for the sake of freedom and democracy, and especially religious freedom. If there is no religious freedom, humanity will decline. Thus Father Moon was always leading the way in the promotion of religious freedom. Father Moon also taught us to appreciate the value of marriage and family.
He, together with Mother Moon, blessed in marriage millions of couples worldwide, calling each to pledge fidelity, true love and devotion to God. By strengthening marriage and family there is hope for the future. In the Sikh tradition, marriage and family are sacred. This is our fundamental teaching.
Therefore, Sikhs around the world can understand and appreciate Father Moon’s teaching. Mother Moon, you have visited the United Kingdom's Houses of Parliament and shared the vision of Father Moon. The people of the United Kingdom are grateful for your life of service to the highest and most noble ideals. We gather here today not merely to reflect on the past, but to look to the future. For Father Moon’s legacy is alive and well, and all that he lived and worked for will be carried forward by you, Mother Moon, by your children, and by all of us.
Please do not be discouraged. From this day forward I believe we can implement the ideals that Father Moon taught us. In closing I want to say once again how honoured I am to have known Father Moon. To Mother Moon and the entire family I extend my heartfelt appreciation and encouragement as we go forward to build a world of lasting peace.
Lord Tarsem King of West Bromwich
United Kingdom
Rev. Marcus Braybrooke
Religions have not kept pace with the technological developments which have made us citizens of the world. Rev. Sun Myung Moon's vision of 'one family under God,' which he advocated in numerous talks and writings and which he worked for through may organizations which, under the auspices of the Unification Church, he supported so generously, has been a very significant contribution to interfaith cooperation for a more peaceful world. Although our understanding of the mission of Jesus Christ differed, I much admired his work for peace and reconciliation, especially in the Middle East and in Korea, his concern for moral values, and his emphasis on the importance of family life. I express my sympathy for his family and his followers and pray that he has passed into the realms of light.
Rev. Marcus Braybrooke
World Congress of Faiths, United Kingdom
Deborah Moldow
I send deepest sympathy on the passing of Rev. Moon. His accomplishments were nothing short of extraordinary, and he made life better for people in many countries around the world during a long life worthy of celebration and praise. May Peace Prevail on Earth!
Deborah Moldow
Secretary, NGO Committee on Religious NGOs at the United Nations
UN Representative, World Peace Prayer Society
Diane Williams
I just saw in an Italian newspaper that Reverend Moon passed on. I am sending all the members of his community my condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with him and all those who loved him as he makes his journey to the other side.
Diane Williams
Founder and Chair Emeritus of the NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns and the United Nations
Jean B. Fogham
It is with deep sorrow that I heard the death of the Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon. We can only imagine how devastating this must be for the family of humanity and the world community. Rev. Sun Myung Moon, well known as an artisan of peace and co-founder of the Unification Church, will remain unforgettable for all humanity, the clergy, and the entire community of Ambassadors for Peace around the world. The Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon is well known by thousands of clergy, heads of state, as well as his followers as a leader and champion of world peace in modern times; this icon of peace has worked hard to bring together all religions. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mother Moon and family at this sad and difficult time. I wish peace and healing, to all. May he rest in peace.
Jean B. Fogham
President, African Community Networks, Richmond, Virginia, USA
Peter Paul Brennan
I wish to extend my deepest sympathies and condolences to the Moon family and to all the members of the Unification Church. It is a great loss. May he rest in peace.
Peter Paul Brennan
Married Priests Now! Prelature, USA
Sharon Hamilton-Getz
On behalf, of all the members of the NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns NY Executive Council, I am writing to let you know we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and we wish our deepest condolences to the entireglobal spiritual community in the loss of Rev. Moon.Perhaps they are not stars but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.
Sharon Hamilton-Getz
Chair, NGO Committee on Spirituality, Values and Global Concerns-NY
Sum Nguyen
I was deeply saddened to hear that Father Sun Myung Moon passed away. I know how difficult this must be. Mother Moon, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Father Moon is a great person. Father has changed my life and brought me to understand more about God, true love, true parents, true family, and peace. I was proud to meet Father the first time on August 26, 2001, when I was attending the peace convention in New York.
I admired Father’s speech and respected him as a true person and true spiritual leader. Then I became an Ambassador for Peace and a member of UPF. Later, I met Father many times in Washington DC, in Colorado, in Las Vegas, and in South Korea (twice). When I was in Korea, Father and Mother gave me a suit, a tie, a belt, a shirt, and a peace king lapel pin.
I showed them to all my friends, and I was proud to wear this suit. Beside the intangible souvenirs, these are my tangible souvenirs. These things make me determined never to forget Father Moon in my life. I know how much Mother will miss Father. I would like to encourage Mother to draw on your strength and the strength of your family. May God bless you, Mother, and your family during this difficult time and always.
Sum Nguyen
National Deputy Commanding General, United States Vietnamese American Veterans Alliance
President, Unified Vietnamese-American Council of Colorado
Victor Begg
We heard about the sad demise of Rev. Moon. Rev. Moon will be missed. I pray that you can deal with the tragedy in patience. Our deepest condolences to Mrs. Sun Myung Moon and the rest of Rev. Moon's family.
Victor Begg
Senior Advisor, Michigan Muslim Community Council, USA
Sir Lloyd Erskine Sandiford
The passing of Father Moon has left my wife and me consumed in grief, sorrow, and distress. At the same time we are full of thankfulness for the unsurpassed contribution he was able to make in the face of the herculean obstacles and misunderstandings which confronted him! He lived a full and generous life. He was an exemplary interpreter of God's forgiving plan for mankind.
Sir Lloyd Erskine Sandiford
Ambassador of Barbados to China
Prime Minister of Barbados (1987-94)
Hon. Taleb el-Sana
I was honored to Meet Rev. Moon and get to know his life work in the Middle East and all around the world. His commitment to create a world of peace is truly profound. His vision for one kingdom embraced by love, tolerance, and equality while advocating no violence has illuminated us and gave us a real hope for a better world. His words of love brought peoples' hearts together with a deep understanding of one another, free from borders of religions, races, or nationalities. He led humankind with the emphatic understanding that we are all the children of one God in one universe as one family. I am sure that his amazing legacy will become an important chapter in history, and I wish to express my condolences on Rev. Moon's passing away.
Hon. Taleb el-Sana Member
Israeli Knesset
Captain Hounto Djigo
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon, who worked all his life for world peace. My greetings to his family.
Captain Hounto Djigo
Chairman, UPF-Mauritania.